Adult Programs & Services

Albany Public Library’s mission is to educate, entertain, and empower our community, and our talented Adult Services librarians extend our mission by creating dynamic and informative programs that support literacy, financial security, entrepreneurship, and the arts.

Our staff can help you find the perfect book; we can also show you how to download a new issue of your favorite magazine at one of our eLibrary help sessions, teach you to sew, or encourage you to try something new like decoupage, 3D printing, or Pilates. We host game nights and social events for adults, and we show our Albany Pride with our local history programs and tours. We also partner with numerous organizations to offer programs that empower adults, like small business start-up workshops, legal and financial consultations, high school equivalency classes, homeowner workshops, and much more!

Below is just a sampling of what we offer all year round at all seven of our neighborhood branches. Check out our online calendar or our latest program guide for the complete schedule and program descriptions!

Computers & Technology

Check out our online calendar to find programs designed to improve your technology skills and understanding.

Schedule an appointment for one-on-one assistance with the basics of using a computer and the Internet, creating resumes, and filling out online job applications. If you have a new eReader or tablet, we can help get you started downloading library eBooks and digital magazines, too.

Job Skills & Career Development

Looking for a new job? Work on your resume or fill out online job applications at any of our branches using our public computers, or schedule an appointment to get one-on-one assistance. Check out our online calendar for more information & events.

High School Equivalency Prep Classes

Do you need to prepare to take your HSE (formerly known as the GED)?

We partner with Capital Region BOCES to provide classes for all students 18 or older who lack a high school diploma and have left school. The program is free and features instruction by a certified teacher in the five required areas of study.

Legal & Financial Resources and Workshops

Legal and financial resources can be hard to come by, so we partner with local organizations to bring them to you for free. These programs include: